Here you'll find ways to locate the closest public hotspots to you. Learn when these hotspots are available and what kind of pricing is involved. Make sure you can stay connected wherever you are located. Learn more about the software and mobile gear you may need to take advantage of hot spots.
Your questions about hot spots and how they can be best used by mobile professionals are answered.
You can use a secondary network card to take advantage of 802.11g networks if your laptop's internal network card is only 802.11a or b.
Learn how to disable file and printer sharing so that when you are using a hot spot, you keep your data protected.
Should mobile professionals be prohibited from using hot spots just because of security fears?
You can use multiple Wi-Fi profiles without having to set them up each time. Save your Wi-Fi network profiles to make connecting easier on the road or at home.
Do you know your network name? With this information you can connect in a hot spot or other wireless network.
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Before mobile office professionals use a hot spot, they must take steps to ensure that their work and gear are protected. Don't let yourself become a target and risk losing important work and your mobile gear.
Mobile workers have to know what SSID is and how they use that information when making wireless connections.
Mobile workers should be aware that using a hot spot may require a minimum purchase in order to use the space. Freeloading isn't a wise idea.
Is it necessary to use a cell phone to connect to a wi-fi hot spot? If you aren't sure what you need, find out here.
Don't be surprised if the staff in a Hot Spot have no idea what you are talking about. They are not responsible for technical support but if asked politely may provide you with the contact information.
Not sure what you need in order to use a hot spot? It's not difficult to get connected when you have the right mobile gear.
Learn more about what wi-fi means and how it helps mobile workers.
Know what limitations mobile workers may face when using a Wi-Fi Hot Spot, if any. As always be discreet and use care not to disclose confidential information.
Don't take for granted that the Hot Spot you are using will have security precautions in place. Take steps before you use a Hot Spot to make your data secure.
Use this step-by-step Wi-Fi tutorial to connect in a hot spot or other wireless network.
Some good commonsense tips from PCWorld on using Wi-Fi while on the road.